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NFIB launches Voting Hub to empower North Dakota small business owners

News Staff
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), North Dakota’s leading small business advocacy organization, recently announced the launch of its new, comprehensive NFIB Voting Hub to ensure that small business owners nationwide are equipped to participate fully in upcoming state and...
2026 NDSU Feedlot School set for Jan. 21-22

2026 NDSU Feedlot School set for Jan. 21-22

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2026 Feedlot School set for Jan. 21-22

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Tuesday, December 30, 2025
North Dakota State University’s Carrington Research Extension Center will hold its annual NDSU Feedlot School on Jan. 21-22, 2026.
Grain market recovery depends on exports–

Grain market recovery depends on exports–

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Grain market recovery depends on exports–

News Staff
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Ample global grain supplies continue to pressure commodity prices, with exports seen as the key path toward a recovery. NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson said the big crop kept inventories elevated, limiting upside potential. “Number one, we had a fantastic corn crop in the U.S.
Take special precautions against cross-contamination when cooking for people with allergies and intolerances — just like how you would when handling raw meat. (Pixabay photo)

Take special precautions against cross-contamination when cooking for people with allergies and intolerances — just like how you would when handling raw meat. (Pixabay photo)

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Prairie Fare: Food allergies and gluten safety — What every cook should know

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Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Anyone preparing food for guests is responsible for being aware of food allergies and intolerances.“Let’s move the flour to the basement pantry,” I said to my husband.Since one of our family members has celiac disease, food storage and preparation are special safety considerations.
Prairie Doc Perspective: Keeping us in balance

Prairie Doc Perspective: Keeping us in balance

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Prairie Doc Perspective: Keeping us in balance

Andrew Ellsworth, Md
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
The work of the kidneysPicture a man crawling through the desert in tattered clothing, whispering “water” as he nears an oasis. He isn’t thinking about his kidneys, yet they may be the main organ still keeping him alive.
Cozy up to some country cooking

Cozy up to some country cooking

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Cozy up to some country cooking

News Staff
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Country cooking means different things to different people. For many, it is the comfort foods they grew up with. From fried chicken to mac and cheese to meatloaf, there are plenty of dishes that fall under the country cooking umbrella.
Evergreen trees can be seen as symbols of renewal and rebirth.

Evergreen trees can be seen as symbols of renewal and rebirth.

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Dakota Gardener: The days are getting longer

Joe Zeleznik, Ndsu Extension Forester
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Nature in the harsh winter offers a lesson in perseveranceIt’s been a tough winter on my spruce trees, and we’re only in December!The heavy snow and high winds have pulled a lot of needles and smaller twigs from the trees.
Embrace the winter

Embrace the winter

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Embrace the winter

Doug Leier, North Dakota Game And Fish, Outreach
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Early winter in North Dakota is unlike anything else – a time of transition, not just in the weather, but in mindset. The landscape quiets. The urgency of fall – hunting seasons, harvest, migration – fades and the brown turns white. Christmas and the holidays add to the stress.
How do you entertain an Angel?

How do you entertain an Angel?

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How do you entertain an Angel?

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Tuesday, December 30, 2025
”Make sure the house is clean and a pot of potatoes is in the oven,” said Alex, six.I’m sure Idaho potato farmers will be glad to know that spuds are finally getting the respect they deserve.
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